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 Posted - April 11 2007 : 1:01:20 PM
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Looks like the major difference is the addition of full-interiors for this run...
85' Streamlined Superliner II Ready to Run
(Revised Models)
Amtrak Phase IVB scheme
Coach
Walthers Part # 932-6102
Sleeper
Walthers Part # 932-6112
Lounge
Walthers Part #932-6122
Diner
Walthers Part #932-6132
HO scale, $34.98 each
Expected: 28-Oct-2007; 28-Nov-2007
Like the prototype, Walthers Superliner II has a slightly different body from the earlier Superliner I, which is made from all-new tooling. These cars represent an improved prototype -- designated Superliner II - built to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and were built by Bombardier.
Prototype Spotting Features include: Three-Panel roof construction Wider entryways to meet the Americans with Disabilities Act Standard GSC Style Trucks with stabilizer bracing
Most of these cars are still in service around the US and wear the Phase IV scheme consisting of a silver body with a large blue stripe and small red and white stripes..
All ready-to-run HO Scale cars include movable diaphragms, working knuckle couplers and correct-style trucks with blackened metal wheelsets, optional preformed wire, side grab iron (easy to install using the molded-in starter points for drilling). Decorated cars include a sheet of decal numbers for each Phase to model several cars quickly and easily. Complete instructions and a decal lettering diagram are included.
* Full Interiors * Built-In Electrical Contacts for Interior Lighting Kit * Upgraded Trucks w/Metal Sideframes * Amtrak Phase IVb Scheme * Correct Details * Wire Grab Irons * Working Diaphragms * Knuckle Couplers
85' Streamlined Superliner I Ready to Run
(Revised Models)
Amtrak Phase IVB scheme
Coach
Walthers Part #932-6164
Sleeper
Walthers Part #932-6174
Diner
Walthers Part #932-6184
Lounge
Walthers Part #932-6194
HO scale, $34.98, not currently in stock at Walthers, Expected: 28-Oct-2007
Entering service in 1979, Amtrak's bi-level Superliner cars represented a major step forward for the company. The all-new design (built by Pullman-Standard) used a common car body which could be outfitted as a coach-baggage car for short-distance runs, a long-distance coach with larger seats, as well as a sleeper and a diner. In all, 284 cars eventually made up the first fleet, which was put to work on western long-distance runs. (At the time, clearance problems in many eastern states prevented running these taller cars on several routes.)
Most of these venerable cars are still in service around the US and have worn three different Amtrak lettering schemes (called phases): Phase II = Wide red and blue stripes with small white pinstripes Phase III = Equal red, white and blue stripes with black logo on white background Phase IV = Large blue stripe with small red and white stripes
Prototype Spotting Features include: A rivet strip running the length of the car body Two-Panel roof construction Earlier Style Trucks - As delivered, cars rode on trucks supported by air bags, which proved unsuitable and were retrofitted with springs. Walthers Superliner I has the later style (sprung) trucks.
All ready-to-run HO Scale cars include movable diaphragms, working knuckle couplers and correct-style trucks with blackened metal wheelsets, optional preformed wire, side grab iron (easy to install using the molded-in starter points for drilling). Decorated cars include a sheet of decal numbers for each Phase to model several cars quickly and easily. Complete instructions and a decal lettering diagram are included.
* Full Interiors * Built-In Electrical Contacts for Interior Lighting Kit * Upgraded Trucks w/Metal Sideframes * Amtrak Phase IVb Scheme * Correct Details * Wire Grab Irons * Working Diaphragms * Knuckle Couplers
Tony Cook
HO-Scale Trains Resource
http://ho-scaletrains.net
Edited by - Tony Cook on April 11 2007 1:06:43 PM
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